Case overview
This case involved a school violence incident between students in high school. The conflict arose between students who were intimate in the past, and the victim reported the client for sexual filming and forcible physical contact. The client claimed that his behavior was mutually consensual, but he decided that he needed professional legal assistance and contacted Ongang Law Firm.
Case issues
The main issues in this case were: first, whether the concept of 'school violence' under the Prevention of School Violence Act was applicable; second, whether the acts were intentional and coercive; third, the severity and persistence of the damage; and fourth, the client's level of remorse and the possibility of reconciliation. It was important to distinguish between conflicts that may arise during daily school life and actual school violence, especially in light of the definition of 'school violence' in Article 2 of the Prevention of School Violence Act.
Assistance from Ongang
Our lawyers thoroughly analyzed all conversations and circumstantial evidence between our client and the victim, especially those that demonstrated their continued interaction and friendly relationship after the incident. We also collected evidence of our client's school life, such as his class presidency and club activities, to demonstrate that he was an exemplary student with whom he had always maintained amicable relationships. Mr. Ongang convincingly argued that the acts lacked the intentional intent of bullying and effectively conveyed the client's sincere remorse and willingness to reconcile.
■ Result
After a comprehensive review of the evidence submitted by Onegang's legal counsel, the School Violence Review Committee decided on a relatively minor sanction of a written apology and one hour of restraint and education. a written apology, a restraining order, and one hour of special education.This was a successful outcome that avoided more severe consequences such as suspension from school and classroom switching, and allowed the client to continue his normal school life.
